2001 Proton Saloon vs. 2001 Proton Impian
To start off, both 2001 Proton Saloon and 2001 Proton Impian were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Impian weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Proton Impian (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Saloon. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Impian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Saloon | 2001 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Proton | Proton |
| Model | Saloon | Impian |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
